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WFN 59

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

84,246 mi
Last recorded84,246 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFN 59
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 84,246 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 84,151 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 84,151 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 83,502 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 82,894 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 82,409 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 82,409 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 82,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 81,691 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 81,691 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 80,938 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 80,578 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 80,069 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 79,396 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 78,359 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 76,425 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all bodywork & brake pipes underneath covered with wax oil

Pass 15 Jun 2012 74,994 miles

all bodywork and pipes covered with underseal

all four tyres cracked on sidewalls

Pass 16 May 2011 72,751 miles

all four tyres sidewalls slightly perished

Pass 12 May 2010 71,057 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Mar 2009 67,196 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 65,507 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 63,093 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 61,084 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?

Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 577
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 565
brake binding 530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 479
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WFN 59 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 101,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 420 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFN 59, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WFN 59?

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What year was WFN 59 registered?

WFN 59 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 29 September 1988.

Is WFN 59 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFN 59 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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